Blue Origin

Senior Director - TeraWave Software Development

Blue Origin$253K — $355K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of software development experience, including 8+ years in a leadership role.
  • 6+ years in space flight avionics or software development.
  • Proven track record of transitioning complex software from prototype to production.

Responsibilities

  • Develop long-term software strategies for the TeraWave constellation.
  • Recruit and mentor a top-tier software engineering team for flight and terminal software.
  • Lead design and validation of embedded software for optical and RF communications.
  • Collaborate with hardware and testing teams to ensure software meets space-grade standards.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid parental leave and short/long-term disability.
  • 401(k) with up to 5% company match.
  • Stock options for all regular employees.
  • Generous paid time off and company-paid holidays.
Full Job Description

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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We are seeking a Senior Director for theTeraWave projectto build and lead a team developing software for optical and RF communication payload flight systems, user terminals, and gateway terminals. This executive will define software architecture from prototyping through to high-volume production for advanced 6 Tbps satellite communications. The role requiresstrong leadership in developing space-grade software working in collaboration with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Leadership:Develop long-term software strategies and roadmaps for the TeraWave constellation.
  • Build and Lead:Recruit, structure, and mentor a high-performing software engineering team responsible for flight and terminal software.
  • Architect Software:Lead the design, development, and validation of embedded software for optical and RF communications between satellites and satellites and the ground for the payload on the satellite and the ground systems.
  • Ensure Mission Success:Collaborate with hardware, test, and manufacturing teams to ensure software reliability and compliance with space-grade standards.

Qualifications:

  • 12+ years of experience software development, with at least 8 years leading technical teams.
  • 6+ years of experience inspace flight avionicsorsoftware development.
  • Proven success bringing complex connected software from prototype to deployment in production.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master27s degree in software or electrical engineering, or related field.
  • Experience with satellite communications and bus software.
  • Experience with software and data security.

Compensation Range for:

CA applicants is $253,878.00 - $355,429.20 WA applicants is $253,878.00 - $355,429.20

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Don27t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you27re excited about this role but your past experience doesn27t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Benefits

  • Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

  • Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)

  • Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

  • Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company27s intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company27s results, or other factors at the company27s sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

About Blue Origin

Blue Origin is an aerospace company that develops rockets and spacecraft for commercial and government customers. The company's products include the New Shepard suborbital vehicle and the New Glenn orbital rocket. Blue Origin was founded in 2000 by Jeff Bezos and is headquartered in Kent, Washington.
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